TCM Celebrates Paul Newman's 101st Jan. 26

Turner Classic Movies is celebrating the 101st birthday of Paul Newman on Monday, January 26, 2026.

Starting at 6:30 am on Monday, Jan. 26, TCM will show six of Newman’s films, including The Prize and Cool Hand Luke. Newman was born on Jan. 26, 1925, and died in 2008.

Below is the schedule of Paul Newman’s films for Jan. 26, 2026 on TCM; all times are Eastern. You can also find the schedule at: TCM Schedule

Sweet Bird of Youth (1962) 6:30 am. Paul Newman, Geraldine Page, Rip Torn, and Madeleine Sherwood all re-create their stage roles for this screen adaption of Tennessee Williams’ play about a gigolo with aspirations of becoming a Hollywood actor. Directed by Richard Brooks and starring Paul Newman and Geraldine Page. Sweet Bird of Youth has a 7.1 rating on IMDB.
The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean (1972) 8:45 am. A comedy / western that unfolds as a series of vignettes about an outlaw (Roy Bean) who appoints himself as a judge in Mexico. Directed by John Huston and starring Paul Newman and Victoria Principal. The Life and Times of Judge Roy Bean has a 6.8 rating on IMDB.
The Prize (1963) 11:00 am. A thriller about Cold War espionage set against the backdrop of the presentation of the Nobel awards. Directed by Mark Robson and starring Paul Newman, Elke Sommer and Edward G. Robinson. The Prize has a 6.8 rating on IMDB.
Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (1958) 1:30 pm. A dying plantation owner tries to help his alcoholic son solve his problems. Starring Paul Newman, Elizabeth Taylor, Burl Ives. Cat on a Hot Tin Roof has a 7.9 rating on IMDB.
Somebody Up There Likes Me – 3:30 pm. 1956. True story of boxer Rocky Graziano’s rise from juvenile delinquent to world champ. Starring Paul Newman. Somebody Up There Likes Me has a 7.5 rating on IMDB.
Cool Hand Luke 5:30 pm. 1967. A free-spirited convict refuses to conform to chain-gang life. Starring Paul Newman, George Kennedy. Cool Hand Luke has an 8.0 rating on IMDB.

More Paul Newman Movies

In addition to TCM, many of Newman’s films and TV appearances are available on

A documentary mini series about Newman and his wife, Joanne Woodward, is available online. “The Last Movie Stars,” released in 2022, is available on Max (requires subscription).

Paul Newman’s Life and Career

Paul Leonard Newman, born on January 26, 1925, in Shaker Heights, Ohio, was a man of many talents. He was an Oscar-winning actor, film director, racing car driver, philanthropist, and entrepreneur.

Paul Newman in 1958 publicity photo (Wikipedia)

His striking good looks, intelligence, and charisma made him a screen legend, and his contributions to both the arts and society left an indelible mark on the world.

Early Life and Education

Newman’s interest in theater began at a young age. By the age of 10, he was already performing in stage productions. He attended Kenyon College, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in drama and economics in 1949. After college, he toured with several summer stock companies before attending the Yale School of Drama.

Acting Career

Newman’s Broadway debut came in 1953 with the play “Picnic,” where he met his future wife, actress Joanne Woodward. His first starring role in a film was in “The Silver Chalice” (1954), but it was his performance in “The Hustler” (1961) that truly launched his career. Over the years, he starred in numerous iconic films, including “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid” (1969), “The Sting” (1973), and “The Color of Money” (1986), for which he won the Academy Award for Best Actor.

Philanthropy and Entrepreneurship

Beyond his acting career, Newman was a dedicated philanthropist. In 1982, he co-founded Newman’s Own, a food company that donated all post-tax profits and royalties to charity. As of 2021, these donations totaled over $570 million. He also founded the SeriousFun Children’s Network in 1988, providing camps for children with serious illnesses.

Personal Life

Newman was married twice. His first marriage was to Jackie Witte, with whom he had three children. He later married Joanne Woodward in 1958, and they had three children together. Newman passed away on September 26, 2008, at the age of 83.

Complete TCM Schedule, Highlights

For TCM schedules and more information see the links below.

Below is a trailer for Cool Hand Luke (showing Jan. 26 on TCM).

More Paul Newman Movies

In addition to TCM, many of Newman’s films and TV appearances are available on